Abstract

Lymphoma is the third most common malignancy of childhood and it is derived from lymphoid tissues or organs. Classically, lymphomas originate from lymph nodes. Lymphoma derived from tissues other than lymph nodes is called extra-nodal lymphoma. Childhood lymphomas are categorized into two main types called as Hodgkin disease (HD) and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). Almost all of HD derives from lymph nodes. Whereas, NHL can originate from both lymph nodes and extra-nodal tissues. Since lymphoma progresses very fast, prompt start of treatment has a vital importance. A surgeon should be familiar with the clinical signs and symptoms of lymphoma and contribute to the diagnosis of the disease without delay.